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Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Katarzyna Gajewska, Marzena Laskowska, Agostinho Almeida, Edgar Pinto, Katarzyna Skorzynska-Dziduszko, Anna Blazewicz
Summary: The study compared blood lead levels in preeclamptic women with healthy pregnant women, finding significantly higher BLL in the PE group. Furthermore, BLL showed a significant positive relationship with the presence of PE.
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Multidisciplinary Sciences
Dhanny Primantara Johari Santoso, Annisa Dewi Nugrahani, Amillia Siddiq, Akhmad Yogi Pramatirta, Muhammad Alamsyah Aziz, Setyorini Irianti, Adhi Pribadi, Anita Deborah Anwar, Jusuf Sulaeman Effendi
Summary: The use of magnesium sulfate treatment in preterm delivery can decrease umbilical cord GFAP levels, but there is no correlation between magnesium and calcium levels and GFAP levels.
SCIENTIFIC REPORTS
(2023)
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Environmental Sciences
Donrawee Waeyeng, Tanaporn Khamphaya, Phisit Pouyfung, Udomratana Vattanasit, Supabhorn Yimthiang
Summary: This cross-sectional study examined blood lead levels and related risk factors among non-occupationally exposed pregnant women from the general population in Nakhon Si Thammarat province, Southern Thailand. The results showed that pregnant women who were not employed in lead-related occupations still had lead in their bodies. Education level was the only demographic factor associated with high blood lead levels, and systolic blood pressure was also found to be associated. These findings indicate the importance of health education and interventions to prevent lead exposure, especially for pregnant women and children.
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Cell Biology
Beata Csiszar, Gergely Galos, Simone Funke, Dora Kinga Kevey, Matyas Meggyes, Laszlo Szereday, Peter Kenyeres, Kalman Toth, Barbara Sandor
Summary: Our study investigated the maternal red blood cell properties in early-onset preeclampsia. We found that RBC aggregation was significantly elevated and RBC deformability reduced in women with PE. The AI and M index values showed potential for predicting early-onset PE, with a positive linear relationship observed between AI and gestational age at birth.
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Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Jing Wang, Yujie Yang, Juan Zhang, Na Liu, Huifang Xi, Hong Liang
Summary: This study examines the trends of blood lead levels in US pregnant women from 2001 to 2018 using NHANES data. The results show a decreasing trend overall, with a slight increase observed in the later survey periods. Mexican Americans were found to be more associated with high blood lead levels compared to non-Hispanic white individuals. Continued efforts are needed to better control lead sources and protect pregnant women from lead exposure.
FRONTIERS IN PUBLIC HEALTH
(2022)
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Environmental Sciences
Jinliang Ni, Ziye Li, Yi Lu, Houliang Zhang, Guangchun Wang, Jinbo Xie, Jun Xie, Yidi Wang, Yifan Zhang, Keyi Wang, Weipu Mao, Bo Peng
Summary: Exposure to nephrotoxic metals such as cadmium and lead is associated with the occurrence of urinary incontinence in women.
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND POLLUTION RESEARCH
(2022)
Article
Pediatrics
Huan He, Zhan Zhang, Min Li
Summary: This study investigated the relationship between serum folate concentrations (SFC) and blood lead levels (BLL) in American adolescents. Negative relationships between BLL and SFC were found, with significant associations in non-Hispanic Whites, Mexican Americans, and other races, but not in non-Hispanic blacks. Additionally, the negative trends were significant in adolescents aged 16-19 years and females aged 12-15 years, but insignificant in males aged 12-15 years.
FRONTIERS IN PEDIATRICS
(2022)
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Yoonkyung Lee, Sangshin Park
Summary: This study aimed to investigate the association between serum folate levels and hypertension in Korean adults. The findings suggest that high serum folate levels are not significantly associated with lowering hypertension in this population.
SCIENTIFIC REPORTS
(2022)
Article
Pediatrics
Enfu Tao, Caie Chen, Yunqin Chen, Linyan Cai, Tianming Yuan
Summary: This study found that low umbilical cord blood vitamin A levels are common among late-preterm infants, but do not increase the risk of related diseases. Cesarean section delivery is associated with low umbilical cord blood vitamin A levels.
EUROPEAN JOURNAL OF PEDIATRICS
(2021)
Article
Peripheral Vascular Disease
Yusuke Tomita, Satoko Sakata, Hisatomi Arima, Ikumi Yamato, Ai Ibaraki, Toshio Ohtsubo, Kiyoshi Matsumura, Masayo Fukuhara, Kenichi Goto, Takanari Kitazono
Summary: The study investigated the association between serum triglyceride levels and the risk of new-onset hypertension in Japanese workers. Results showed a positive correlation between increasing serum triglyceride levels and hypertension incidence rates, which remained significant even after adjusting for other risk factors. There were stronger associations between serum triglyceride levels and hypertension in participants under 40 years of age compared to those aged 40 or above.
JOURNAL OF HYPERTENSION
(2021)
Article
Neurosciences
Samantha Cote, Russell Butler, Vincent Michaud, Eric Lavallee, Etienne Croteau, Adrianna Mendrek, Jean-Francois Lepage, Kevin Whittingstall
Summary: Estrogen and progesterone have opposing and regionally distinct effects on cerebral blood flow, with progesterone negatively correlated with anterior brain regions and estrogen weakly and positively correlated with posterior regions. No significant correlations were found between the hormones and intracranial artery diameter.
HUMAN BRAIN MAPPING
(2021)
Article
Obstetrics & Gynecology
Samantha C. Do, Hayley Miller, Stephanie A. Leonard, Imee A. Datoc, Anna Girsen, Shanthi Kappagoda, Ronald S. Gibbs, Natali Aziz
Summary: In this study, lactate levels did not significantly differ between pregnant women with intraamniotic infection and those without, while procalcitonin levels were higher in women with infection, indicating its potential as a marker for peripartum infection. Additional research is warranted to further investigate the utility of procalcitonin as an infection marker during labor.
AMERICAN JOURNAL OF OBSTETRICS & GYNECOLOGY MFM
(2021)
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Li-Te Lin, Chia-Jung Li, Kuan-Hao Tsui
Summary: Serum testosterone levels are positively correlated with serum anti-Mullerian hormone levels in infertile women, suggesting that androgen insufficiency may be a potential risk factor for diminished ovarian reserve, while androgen excess may lead to excess ovarian reserve.
SCIENTIFIC REPORTS
(2021)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Maryam Rezaei, Martyna Blaszczyk, Alexey A. Tinkov, Lukasz J. Binkowski, Borhan Mansouri, Anatoly Skalny, Namamali Azadi, Monica Daniela Dosa, Geir Bjorklund
Summary: The study found that concentrations of arsenic, cadmium, and mercury in pregnant women are associated with the incidence of GDM, while intake of vanadium helps reduce the probability of GDM. Classification based on element levels can effectively differentiate between GDM patients and healthy individuals, suggesting that systematic monitoring of trace elements and multivariate modeling can help prevent the development of GDM.
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND POLLUTION RESEARCH
(2021)
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Muzaitul Akma Mustapa Kamal Basha, Hazreen Abdul Majid, Nuguelis Razali, Aswir Abd Rashed, Hussin Muhammad, Abqariyah Yahya
Summary: The study revealed a longitudinal relationship between maternal vitamin D deficiency during pregnancy and neonatal vitamin D deficiency at birth. Further trials are needed to confirm this association.
FRONTIERS IN PUBLIC HEALTH
(2021)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Joao Paulo B. Ximenez, Ariane Zamarioli, Melissa A. Kacena, Rommel Melgaco Barbosa, Fernando Barbosa Jr
Summary: This study examined the impact of exposure to multiple heavy metals on bone density using NHANES data, and found that age, body mass index, and urinary concentrations of arsenic, cadmium, and tungsten play significant roles in bone mineral density loss. The classification model based on these factors achieved high accuracy, sensitivity, and specificity in predicting bone density loss, highlighting the importance of arsenic, cadmium, and tungsten in overall bone health.
BIOLOGICAL TRACE ELEMENT RESEARCH
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Analytical
Alan L. Vieira, Edilene C. Ferreira, Silvana R. Oliveira, Fernando Barbosa, Jose A. Gomes Neto
Summary: Dried Blood Spot (DBS) was evaluated as a solid sampling strategy for Fe and Zn determination in blood samples using Solid Sampling High-Resolution Continuum Source Graphite Furnace Atomic Absorption Spectrometry (SS HR-CS GF AAS). Results showed good correlation between the area of DBS and blood volume, as well as improved stability and peak profile of Zn with the use of chemical modifier. The proposed method provided accurate Fe and Zn determination results with a high sample throughput.
MICROCHEMICAL JOURNAL
(2021)
Article
Nutrition & Dietetics
Fernanda Lambert de Andrade Freire, Raquel Costa Silva Dantas-Komatsu, Niethia Regina Dantas de Lira, Rosiane Viana Zuza Diniz, Severina Carla Vieira Cunha Lima, Fernando Barbosa Jr, Lucia Fatima Campos Pedrosa, Karine Cavalcanti Mauricio Sena-Evangelista
Summary: This study found that biomarkers of zinc and copper in patients with heart failure did not seem to be affected by differences in intake, but factors related to oxidative stress and inflammation should be monitored in clinical practice.
JOURNAL OF THE AMERICAN NUTRITION ASSOCIATION
(2022)
Article
Agriculture, Dairy & Animal Science
Fabiana M. de O. Hernandez, Marilene O. Santos, Gabriela L. Venturin, Jaqueline P. Bragato, Gabriela T. Rebech, Larissa M. Melo, Sidnei F. Costa, Jessica H. de Freitas, Carlos Eduardo Siqueira, Deborah A. Morais, Wellington T. de S. Junior, Fernando B. Junior, Flavia L. Lopes, Valeria M. F. de Lima
Summary: Canine leishmaniasis is a chronic disease caused by Leishmania infantum, and the limitations of current treatments have led to the exploration of new alternatives, such as the use of immunomodulatory nutrients. This study aimed to determine the levels of vitamin A, vitamin D, and zinc in dogs with CanL and the effects of supplementation with these nutrients on spleen leukocyte cultures. The results suggest that the tested nutrients may play a role in the leishmanicidal mechanism and warrant further investigation in future studies.
Editorial Material
Obstetrics & Gynecology
Silvana Maria Quintana, Geraldo Duarte
REVISTA BRASILEIRA DE GINECOLOGIA E OBSTETRICIA
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Bruno A. Rocha, Cibele A. Cesila, Airton C. Martins, Marilia C. O. Souza, Fernando Barbosa Jr
Summary: A study established a method for detecting five commonly used parabens in sports supplements, revealing that almost all samples contained at least one paraben, with ethylparaben and methylparaben being the most frequently detected. Propylparaben, butylparaben, and benzylparaben, which are forbidden in food samples, were also found in some samples.
JOURNAL OF THE BRAZILIAN CHEMICAL SOCIETY
(2022)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Isabela M. Bensenor, Fernando Barbosa Junior, Carolina Castro Porto Silva Janovsky, Dirce Marchioni, Maria de Fatima Haueisen Sander Diniz, Itamar de Souza Santos, Bianca de Almeida-Pititto, Jose Augusto Sgarbi, Maria del Carmen B. Molina, Jose Geraldo Mill, Paulo A. Lotufo
Summary: The study found that the majority of the participants had more than adequate iodine intake, but nearly a quarter of women of childbearing age were iodine deficient. There was a strong correlation between urinary iodine concentration and urinary sodium concentration, indicating the important impact of individual iodized salt consumption on urinary iodine concentration.
JOURNAL OF TRACE ELEMENTS IN MEDICINE AND BIOLOGY
(2021)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Elida Campos, Carmen Freire, Fernando Barbosa, Cristina Lemos, Valeria Saraceni, Rosalina J. Koifman, Rafael do Nascimento Pinheiro, Ilce Ferreira da Silva
Summary: The study evaluated the feasibility of conducting a human biomonitoring (HBM) study to assess exposure to metals in an industrial area in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. The preliminary results demonstrated the feasibility of the study for the total population, with findings indicating representativeness of the target population.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH AND PUBLIC HEALTH
(2021)
Article
Obstetrics & Gynecology
Gabriel Ramalho de Jesus, Natalia Pavoni Rodrigues, Giordana Campos Braga, Renata Abduch, Patricia Pereira dos Santos Melli, Geraldo Duarte, Silvana Maria Quintana
Summary: This study evaluated the assistance provided to women victims of sexual violence and their participation in follow-up treatment. It found that the majority of victims were young, low-educated, white women. Most incidents occurred at night in public places and were committed by unknown offenders. The study also reported a high acceptance of prophylaxis interventions against STIs and unwanted pregnancies, with no cases of seroconversion to HIV or HBV detected.
REVISTA BRASILEIRA DE GINECOLOGIA E OBSTETRICIA
(2022)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Ana Carolina Cavalheiro Paulelli, Cibele Aparecida Cesila, Paula Picoli Devoz, Silvana Ruella de Oliveira, Joao Paulo Bianchi Ximenez, Walter dos Reis Pedreira Filho, Fernando Barbosa Jr
Summary: The study conducted in communities directly affected by the disaster revealed high levels of exposure to toxic metals such as aluminum, arsenic, mercury, and nickel. Factors such as community, drinking water, fish and seafood consumption, and smoking habits were found to be associated with metal/metalloid levels in their body. Well and tap water intake were identified as important sources of exposure to aluminum and nickel. The findings represent health risks to the groups living in the areas affected by the tailings dam failure, calling for further studies to evaluate the potential health effects of high exposure to metals and remediation actions from public health Brazilian authorities.
ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH
(2022)
Review
Oncology
Gabriel Viliod Vieira, Fernanda Somera dos Santos, Ana Paula Lepique, Carol Kobori da Fonseca, Lara Maria Alencar Ramos Innocentini, Paulo Henrique Braz-Silva, Silvana Maria Quintana, Katiuchia Uzzun Sales
Summary: Human papillomavirus (HPV) infection is a common sexually transmitted disease worldwide. While most infections do not lead to cancer, some HPV types are linked to cervical, anogenital, and oropharyngeal cancers. The role of proteases in HPV-induced carcinogenesis is emphasized in this review, along with recent epidemiological data.
Review
Obstetrics & Gynecology
Cibele Santini de Oliveira Imakawa, Mariane Nunes de Nadai, Monica Reis, Silvana Maria Quintana, Elaine Christine Dantas Moises
Summary: This review examines the concepts, definitions, and research findings on fear of childbirth (FOC). Studies suggest a global prevalence of FOC up to 14%, with factors such as parity, gestational age, previous birth experience, age, and nationality influencing FOC.
REVISTA BRASILEIRA DE GINECOLOGIA E OBSTETRICIA
(2022)
Article
Obstetrics & Gynecology
Juliana Fernandes Medeiros, Ana Claudia Rabelo e Silva, Natalia Domene Franco da Rocha, Alexia Viegas Georg, Patricia Pereira dos Santos Melli, Silvana Maria Quintana, Geraldo Duarte
Summary: This study aimed to evaluate the seroprevalence of toxoplasmosis and the level of understanding among puerperal women. A total of 225 patients were evaluated through interviews and medical records. The results showed a seropositivity rate of 40% and identified primiparity as a protective factor and low education as a risk factor. Increasing knowledge about the risk of toxoplasmosis could reduce infection and vertical transmission rates.
REVISTA BRASILEIRA DE GINECOLOGIA E OBSTETRICIA
(2023)
Article
Nursing
Natalia Maria Vieira Pereira-Caldeira, Claudia Benedita dos Santos, Fernanda Maria Vieira Pereira-Avila, Silvana Maria Quintana, Elucir Gir
Summary: The study successfully developed and validated a scale for assessing the quality of life of women with Human Papillomavirus infection, with a total of 54 items allocated in 6 domains. Through various stages of validation and testing, it was demonstrated that the instrument is valid and reliable for assessing the quality of life of women with HPV infection.
REVISTA BRASILEIRA DE ENFERMAGEM
(2021)
Article
Biology
F. M. M. Bernardo, E. C. A. Veiga, S. M. Quintana, F. J. A. Camayo, R. F. L. Batista, M. T. S. S. B. Alves, H. Bettiol, M. A. Barbieri, V. C. Cardoso, R. C. Cavalli
Summary: The study found that a short cervical length between 20 and 25 weeks of pregnancy was associated with preterm birth, but genitourinary infections determined at this time were not associated with short cervical length or preterm birth.
BRAZILIAN JOURNAL OF MEDICAL AND BIOLOGICAL RESEARCH
(2021)